pajama

noun

pa·​ja·​ma pə-ˈjä-mə How to pronounce pajama (audio) -ˈja- How to pronounce pajama (audio)
pajamaed adjective

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The toys have large heads, sharp teeth and big eyes while donning fuzzy pajamas and various vibrant outfits. Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 15 Nov. 2025 These silky, lightweight pajamas stay cool to the touch and breathable all night. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 15 Nov. 2025 Later in the hotel room, the moms put on matching pajamas and give Jessi space to talk about her feelings. Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2025 These Farmhouse plaid pajama pants, 20 percent off. Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 12 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pajama

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu pājāma, from Persian leg + jāma garment

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pajama was in 1801

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“Pajama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pajama. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.

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